Human nervous system

Topic test
Question 1
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the
answer and write only the letter (A to D) next to the question number.
1.1 The diagram below shows the structures involved in a reflex action.

What is the sequence in which these structures become involved?

A P→Q→R→S

B P→S→R→Q

C Q→R→S→P

D Q→S→P→R

1.2 Which of the following pairs of body functions are normally involuntary actions but can
be controlled voluntarily for short periods of time?

A Heartbeat and blood pressure

B Blinking of the eye and the mechanism of breathing

C Contraction of skeletal muscles and pupil size

 D Control of body temperature and shivering

1.3 A function of the medulla oblongata is to …

A control higher thought processes.

B regulate blood glucose levels.

C regulate breathing.

D inhibit voluntary movement.

1.4 A disorder of the brain that is characterised by memory loss and confusion is …

A Alzheimer's disease.

B haemophilia.

C multiple sclerosis.

D Down syndrome.

1.5 The nerve impulse in the axon of a sensory neuron is transmitted …

A towards the dendrite of the sensory neuron.

B towards the cell body of the sensory neuron.

C away from the effector organ.

D away from the cell body. (5 x 2) (10)

Question 2
Provide the correct biological term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the term
next to the question number (2.1 – 2.5)

Question Description
number
2.1 The structure that connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain, allowing
communication between them
2.2 The part of the brain that controls the heart rate
2.3 The part of the nervous system made up of cranial and spinal nerves
2.4 A disorder of the nervous system that is characterised by the breakdown of the
myelin sheath of neurons
2.5 A single nerve cell

(5)

Question 3
Study the diagram below.

3.1 Identify part:

(a) D (1)

(b) G (1)

3.2 Name the system of membranes that surround the brain. (1)

3.3 Identify only the LETTER of the part of the brain that:
 (a) Controls body temperature

(c) Controls memory storage and voluntary actions (2)

(5)

Question 4

The diagram below represents a possible 'path' followed by an impulse when a person touches
a hot plate.

4.1 Name the 'path' represented in the diagram. (1)

4.2 Identify the type of neuron represented by:

(a) B (1)
(b) C (1)
(c) E (1)

4.3 Give the LETTER only of the part that represents the:

(a) Receptor (1)

(b) Effector (1)
4.4 Give the LETTER and NAME of the:
(a) Region where the impulse is transmitted chemically (2)
(b) Part that has an insulating function (2)
(10)
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